First - I wanted to share this link for a live streaming of the World Equestrian Games. The quality is really good and there is a downloadable schedule of the events. Today is reining and endurance. (What do you know - the reining team is sponsored by Adequan) :)
I'm psyched to find a nice live streaming video source for the games, as I planned to be on my way to see them in person today. I had tickets to the dressage grand prix tests and the freestyle final, as well as the stadium jumping final for the eventing competition. Unfortunately I had to change my plans. At least this way I don't have to worry about parking, weather or the whole rollkur issue lol :)
With all of the activity down at the barn this week - strangers helping with barn chores / construction, and all of the extra horses - Val has been as mellow and laid back as I've ever seen him. He was friendly and inquisitive in a respectful way to all of the visitors, and barely seemed to notice the (hoardes) of Tennessee Walkers gaiting around the property while they prepared for their trail rides. What a good boy!!
Thanks for the link. I had one I posted, but I think yours is better!
ReplyDeleteI'd be sick if I had tickets to the dressage freestyle and then had to miss it. Positive thinking re crowds and parking. I once skipped a Rolling Stones concert I had a ticket for because of these reasons, but I'd never do that for dressage! :)
(I'm sure you wouldn't either if you had a choice)
It's a bummer to be sure Carol.
ReplyDeleteI've been planning this trip for three years. It just wasn't a good financial idea to go right now... a new mortgage payment, unexpected vet bills, lost a week of work from the hurricane, etc.
I'll be watching on the computer though :)
Val is a nice guy. Too bad you didn't get to go but thanks for the link. I'll watch it when I get a minute here.Enjoy your friend's visit.
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